Several from Northeast Arkansas appointed to state boards
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT) - Several Northeast Arkansans are among those appointed by Governor Sarah Huckabee to serve on the following state boards and councils:. Tyler Griffin, Batesville, to the State Parks, Recreation, and Travel Commission. Term to expire Jan. 14, 2032. Replaces Bob Connell. Justin Craft, Bono, to...
Traffic now clear following accident on I-530 southbound
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — Update: All lanes of traffic have now been cleared. Traffic along Interstate 530 southbound is currently moving at a crawl due to an accident in the area. According to reports from ARDOT, the center lane, right, and the on-ramp on I-530 southbound are blocked at...
West Main Street bridge in Jacksonville closed due to high waters
JACKSONVILLE, Arkansas — The City of Jacksonville announced that the West Main Street bridge will be closed until further notice due to high waters. According to city officials, the closure impacts the one-lane bridge on West Main Street that leads up to the Northlake neighborhood. The city said that...
9 Must-Try Arkansas Burger Joints For The Best Smashburgers In 2026
I was sitting at a counter in Conway last month when the burger in front of me made me stop. The crust was black at the edges and the cheese was still bubbling. It caught me completely off guard. That’s when I started paying attention. I’ve spent the past...
Officials warn public to avoid contact with wild birds after bird flu detected in...
Arkansas agriculture and health officials are urging residents to avoid contact with wild birds after highly pathogenic avian influenza was confirmed in the state among both wild birds and backyard poultry flocks. State Veterinarian Andrew Fiddler said the risk to humans remains low but can be serious if infection...
Arkansas registration opens for Greatest American Cleanup
The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has opened registration for the Greatest American Cleanup, a nationwide initiative running from March through May, which is open to schools, civic groups, businesses, nonprofits and individuals.
Twin Brothers Land First Lunkers for Arkansas Lake
The day started out as a practice run and ended with DeGray Lake’s first Arkansas Legacy Lunker Program entries. Twin brothers Trace and Levi Loe headed from South Arkansas to the Caddo River reservoir on Feb. 1. The 13,800-acre lake is one they don’t typically fish this time of year; however, they were eager to log...
10 Must-Visit Arkansas Buffets Worth The Drive This February
If you think Arkansas is just about scenic drives and charming towns, you’re missing out on some seriously good food. The state’s buffets offer more than just a chance to fill up. They’re an experience. Imagine piling your plate high with Southern comfort food and diving into fresh...
Arkansas Storm Team Blog: Rare fogbow seen in Arkansas
Fogbows were seen be Arkansans on Monday morning, February 16. Fogbows are rare, and form similarly to a rainbow, with tiny water droplets and sunlight. Th tiny water droplets that make up fog scatter sunlight, forming a ghostly arc. A fogbow is mainly white or gray due to the tiny size of the fog droplets, which...
Inmates graduate from Arkansas recidivism reduction pilot program
The inaugural class of the Recidivism Reduction Pilot Program graduated Friday from the University of ArkansasPulaski Technical College Future Fit Program, marking a milestone in the state’s effort to reduce repeat incarceration. Launched by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, the program is designed to help incarcerated...

















